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If you are looking for authentic Italian, this is the place, having just returned from Italy, I knew I needed to go back and review La Perla, for it became our top standard for judging the restaurants of Venice, Florence and Cinque Terre! Their homemade fresh past is unbeatable. The service is attentive and helpful, and the Chef actually came...
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I've been here with friends a couple of times. Will say that the spaghetti and meatballs and the veal parmigiana were cooked to perfection. As was the calamari, so lite and not chewy at all. The calamari was the hit of the meal. Unfortunately, I strayed from my usual and had the Gnocchi. It was tough and very dry. The...
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Our part of three enjoyed our pasta entrees of lobster ravioli, a seafood lasagna and veal. The prices for the quality of food is reasonable except the appetizers are crazy expensive. My husband had smoked salmon which was definitely overpriced at $22 as the portion was not large enough for sharing. The Caesar salad and Minestrone soup were good normally...
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Strategically located on the interface of West End and Georgetown, near metro and e street expressway
Classic continental cuisine with an Provence influence
Extensive bar and wine list
One of the places to be seen and to people watch in DC
Front and back of the house well coordinated
Been a go to place in DC fir decades
Memorable moments...
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Lovely, beautiful atmosphere, excellent food. Both my husband and I are vegetarians but the different salads and pastas we decided upon, were very well prepared, and served with old European elegance. Good wine selection, and the double espresso after dinner was the best we have had for a long time. We definitely shall go back now Washington DC is one...
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Due to a series of errors, we ended up here for dinner and it was a lucky result. I had gnocchi and my husband had the al presidente (parpadelle with seafood). Portions are very controlled. Very flavorful. We will be back for the homemade pasta which seems to be hard to find.

Public Transportation: We are located within a walking distance from the Foggy-Bottom Metro Station which is serviced by the Blue and Orange Lines.

Location:
United States > District of Columbia (DC) > Washington DC>
> Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End

Neighbourhood: Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End

Phone Number:
+1 202-333-1767

Description

The restaurant of choice of many distinguished diners and restaurant critics, Ristorante La Perla of Washington, located near Georgetown at the tail-end of the historic Pennsylvania Avenue, takes its diners on a culinary journey through Italy with elegant decor surpassed only by authentic mouth-watering Italian masterpiece cuisine. During Lunch and Dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while prime meats, poultry, seafood and vegetables roast to treat diners to a little bit of heaven, with a long lasting memory for your taste buds, thanks to the vision of famous chef Vittorio Testa, who has kept alive the Italian culinary tradition for over three decades. Chef-Owner Vittorio Testa will make you feel like you're dining in his house. The waiters exceed expectations, and the space is garnished with painted tiles and Venetian glass to make every dining occasion a memorable one. There's also Private dining and Outdoor seating when the weather permits.

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